BMET I—An entry-level or junior biomedical equipment technician (BMET). Works under close supervision. Performs skilled work on preventive maintenance (PM), repair, safety testing, and recording functional test data. Not certified. Usually has less than four years of experience.

BMET II—A BMET usually has a two-year degree or higher. Has good knowledge of schematics and works independently on repairs, safety testing, and preventive maintenance. Maintains records, writes reports, and coordinates outside repairs. Average experience is eight years.

BMET III—A highly experienced or specialized BMET who usually has a two-year degree or higher. Has substantial experience and may be certified. Does highly skilled work of considerable difficulty. Has comprehensive knowledge of practices, procedures, and types of equipment. Average experience is 12 years.

Equipment Specialist—A highly specialized BMET having special training or equivalent experience in lab equipment (LES) or radiology equipment (RES). Usually has a two-year degree or higher. Performs highly skilled work of considerable difficulty and may hold certification as CLES or CRES.

BMET Supervisor—A BMET who supervises others. Has a significant amount of training or education or equivalent experience. Most have a four-year degree or higher. Schedules and assigns work to subordinates, but also continues to do highly skilled repairs. Has comprehensive knowledge of practices, procedures, and types of equipment. Average experience is 13 years.

Clinical / Biomedical Engineer—A graduate engineer holding a BS, MS, or PhD. Performs engineering-level work of considerable difficulty. Has the ability to modify devices, and conduct analysis of devices and systems.

Clinical / Biomedical Engineering Supervisor—A clinical engineer (CE) who supervises BMET/peer/ subordinate CEs; may also supervise equipment specialists. Usually degreed engineer at BA, MS, or PhD level. Average experience is 21 years.

Director/Department Manager—Most are educated or experienced as clinical engineers or BMET, but others may be trained in administration or business or have extensive healthcare supervisory experience. Most have a significant amount of technical or management experience, and have the skills to select acquire, maintain, and repair high-tech equipment. Supervises BMETs, CEs, and support personnel. May also be the chief technology officer or vice president for healthcare technology.

Source: AAMI / Journal of Clinical Engineering